Communications, Associate of Arts in Communications
The Associate of Arts in communications enables the student to develop as an oral, written, visual and technological communicator in a liberal arts context. This degree serves students who are pursuing careers in business, advertising, public relations or mass media.
Degree Requirements
Required Courses
| CS 110 | Introduction to Computer Based Systems | 3 |
English foundations course
One additional course in English
One additional course in communications at the 200 level or higher of the student’s choosing.
One of the following:
| PSY 110 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PS 110 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| SOC 120 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
Three elective courses, chosen in consultation with adviser.
One of the following options:
Option A: One liberal studies elective in the Natural World, one liberal studies elective in Western Cultures and Societies, one liberal studies elective in Studies in Cultural Diversity, and one liberal studies elective in Modes of Thought, Inquiry and Expression.
Option B: Two courses in foreign language and two liberal studies electives: one course from two of the main categories: Natural World, Western Cultures and Societies, Studies in Cultural Diversity, and Modes of Thought, Inquiry and Expression.